Description
Indulge in the MEGA Chicken Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwich, a delightful twist on a beloved classic that elevates your lunch or dinner experience. This scrumptious sandwich features juicy chicken enveloped in homemade basil pesto, layered with sun-dried tomatoes, and topped with gooey mozzarella, all between thick slices of crispy bread. It’s perfect for any occasion, offering rich flavors and comforting textures that will impress friends and family alike. Quick to prepare and easy to customize with your favorite ingredients, this dish is a sure-fire winner for brunch, lunch, or a cozy dinner at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large thick slices of bread
- 1.5 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1/3 to 1/2 cup basil pesto
- 5 oz fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced
- 8 sun-dried tomatoes, patted dry
- Butter as needed
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with basil pesto until well coated.
- In a non-stick skillet (heat off), butter one side of each slice of bread.
- Place half of the mozzarella on one slice in the skillet. Layer with chicken mixture, sun-dried tomatoes, and remaining mozzarella. Top with another slice of bread (buttered side up).
- Turn heat to low-medium and cook until golden brown on both sides and cheese melts.
- Slice and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg